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Both the new coronavirus and SARS outbreaks likely started in Chinese wet markets.

"Poorly regulated, live-animal markets mixed with illegal wildlife trade offer a unique opportunity for viruses to spill over from wildlife hosts into the human population," the Wildlife Conservation Society said in a statement.

The complete lack of cleanliness in China Wet Markets and Government oversight in wet markets lead us to Covid-19. Culture or no culture, there is no excuse for this unsanitary lifestyle that cost the world suffering.

If the Chinese don't change their food habits and hygiene, we're up for a few more total lock-downs because of a virus.

When I toured a Chinese wet market last year I thought my God no wonder so many sicknesses come out of China I was blown away at the disgusting practices extremely unclean and downright pitiful these markets are. Come on China you're supposed to be Progressive yeah these are the most disgusting sites on the planet. It looks like a Science-Fiction movie rated R.

Un-refridgerated meat hanging everywhere. The Chinese government should pay for the world's suffering. The world should Boycott all Chinese food goods.

NO soap!? NO water!? NO toilet paper!!? What century do these people live in?

Its sad - they were so respected and admired - very sad that they now give new meaning to eating at their restaurants...dogs/cats are companions, bats carry so many diseases - where is WHO or CDC when they are needed to advise them of this - they are all in it together. Sad!

Gouging and Panic buying of toilet roll is leading to blocked sewers because those left without toilet paper are being forced to use alternatives and are disposing of them incorrectly.

Help end price gouging!!

Some of the very first people to become victims of price gouging are those with lower incomes.

The definition of "excessive" or "unconscionable" pricing is generally determined by looking at average prices in the affected area over a given look-back period prior to the emergency, typically six months or so. If prices are 10 or 15 percent higher (some states have different thresholds), then it may be determined that price gouging has occurred.

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The new Coronavirus may not show sign of infection for many days. How can you know if you are infected? By the time you have fever and/or cough and go to the hospital, the lung is usually 50% fibrosis.

Taiwan experts provide a simple self-check that we can do every morning: Take a deep breath and hold it for more than 10 seconds. If you do this successfully without coughing, without discomfort, stiffness or tightness, there is no fibrosis in the lungs; it basically indicates no infection. In critical times, please self-check every morning in an environment with clean air.

Serious excellent advice by Japanese doctors treating COVID-19 cases: Everyone should ensure your mouth & throat are moist, never dry. Take a few sips of water every 15 minutes at least. Why? Even if the virus gets into your mouth, drinking water or other liquids will wash them down through your throat and into the stomach. Once there, your stomach acid will kill all the virus. If you don't drink enough water regularly, the virus can enter your windpipe and then the lungs. That's very dangerous.

1. If you have a runny nose and sputum, you have a common cold.

2. Coronavirus pneumonia is a dry cough with no runny nose.

3. This new virus is not heat-resistant and will be killed by a temperature of just 26/27 degrees C. (About 77 degrees F.) It hates the Sun.

4. If someone sneezes with it, it goes about 10 feet before it drops to the ground and is no longer airborne.

5. If it drops on a metal surface it will live for at least 12 hours - so if you come into contact with any metal surface, wash your hands as soon as you can with an antibacterial soap.

6. On fabric it can survive for 6-12 hours. normal laundry detergent will kill it.

7. Drinking warm water is effective for all viruses. Try not to drink liquids with ice.

8. Wash your hands frequently as the virus can only live on your hands for 5-10 minutes, but - a lot can happen during that time - you can rub your eyes, pick your nose unwittingly and so on.

9. You should also gargle as a prevention. A simple solution of salt in warm water will suffice.

10. Can't emphasis enough - drink plenty of water!

THE SYMPTOMS:

1. It will first infect the throat, so you'll have a sore throat lasting 3/4 days.

2. The virus then blends into a nasal fluid that enters the trachea and then the lungs, causing pneumonia. This takes about 5/6 days further.

3. With the pneumonia comes high fever and difficulty in breathing.

4. The nasal congestion is not like the normal kind. You feel like you're drowning. It's imperative you then seek immediate attention.

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The outbreak of COVID-19 has significantly impacted Italy, Japan, South Korea, and other countries and the governments have restricted large public gatherings.

These points may also assist you and your family if you are faced with an outbreak of disease in your area.

Do Not Panic. While it is good to be alert to epidemics and to take reasonable precautions, the response should be a measured approach based on facts, not on fear.

Follow Government Recommendations and Directives. Local authorities often implement precautions or restrictions for public health. It is good to keep informed and comply with the governments directives.

Promote Good Hygiene. It is essential to wash your hands regularly with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. We should also keep frequently touched surfaces clean in our home, work and public places. Additionally, medical experts discourage shaking hands in such situations, as this could continue the spread of disease. Regarding the coronavirus, the World Health Organization has provided additional information: https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/advice-for-public

Show Love to Others help protect local communities. It is best to stay home to avoid infecting others. This shows brotherly love and protects local communities from large out breaks.